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Asked August 2026
Do I need a motion to adjourn a general assembly meeting?
Asked August 2026
If there is a motion for the chair to resign, they must relinquish the gavel during debate — but are they allowed to vote on the matter of their own resignation?
Asked August 2026
Can someone make a rebuttal to a request for the chair to resign? It is a request, not a motion.
Asked August 2026
Can a chair make a rebuttal to a request for them to resign while still sitting in the chair?
Asked August 2026
What should be included under unfinished business on the agenda?
Asked August 2026
Do you need to record the name of the person presenting a motion and the person who seconds the motion?
Asked August 2026
Are amended motions added after the meeting included as an addendum to the minutes?
Asked August 2026
Do all motions require a second?
Asked August 2026
What vote is needed to amend a motion?
Asked August 2026
When is a two-thirds vote required?
Asked August 2026
Can the chair adjourn the meeting without a motion?
Asked August 2026
Does a motion that has been adopted need to be approved in the minutes before it becomes final?
Asked August 2026
How do you amend a motion that was already voted on after the meeting has occurred?
Asked August 2026
When a standing committee member resigns, how is the replacement handled?
Asked August 2026
When a standing committee member resigns, how is the replacement handled?
Asked August 2026
Are there any suggested rules for appointing a subcommittee of board members to research an issue?
Asked August 2026
Are there situations where I'm allowed to interrupt a speaker who has the floor?
Asked July 2026
What is the order under Robert's Rules after a motion is made and another member seconds it?
Asked July 2026
Can a member attend a meeting via Zoom or by phone?
Asked July 2026
What is the proper procedure for approving meeting minutes?